Dear Camdyn,
“You are my sunshine, my only
sunshine. You make me happy when skies are gray…”
Last night, I kissed goodnight your
sweet 6-year-old face. Today, you are seven. I truly cannot believe that you
are seven! Where does time go? The years are flying by, each one faster than
the year before. I wish I could freeze time and keep you six forever!
As a 6 year old, you completed your
first grade year. Your teacher, Mrs. Wall, was precious and you thought she
hung the moon. You learned so much at school and every day you were quick to
share all about what happened and what you learned at school.
As a 6 year old, you faced your
greatest fear…you pet a dog! You are still afraid of the big ones, and you
insist the little ones must be held, but you did it! You reached your hand out
and pet that dog. I was so proud of you in that moment that I literally had to
choke back tears. We have a saying in our house, “Faith over fear,” and for the
first time ever you put our motto into action.
As a 6 year old, you went on a great
adventure. This year on our States Tour Road Trip, we went to Illinois,
Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri. This brings your grand total
of states visited to 13. You tell people that your favorite state we went to
was Iowa! We just had such an incredible time and I am so excited that you are
getting to experience the beauty and history of our country as we travel each
summer.
As a 6 year old, you learned what
being a friend is all about. You experienced highs and lows of friendships and
learned how to resolve conflicts on your own. You also learned when to just
walk away. That is a tough lesson at 6.
Camdyn, every day is a great
adventure with you by my side. You are such an amazing kid and I am blessed
beyond measure to be your momma.
I love how kind you are.
I love how generous you are.
I love how funny you are.
I love how independent you are.
I love how girly you are.
I love all your dance moves.
I love how you stand up for what you
believe.
I love how you are quick to
apologize when you make mistakes.
I love how you are quick to forgive
others.
I love how you love others.
I love YOU!
Baby girl, I am so proud of who you are
and I cannot wait to see what the Lord has in store for your 7-year-old self!
Happy Birthday, Camdyn McKinley!
Love,
Momma
